This carbon steel training karambit was custom made for me in Cebu. This forge normally only makes trainers in aluminum for the arnis schools in the area, but I personally only use hardwood or steel trainers myself. Aluminum just doesn’t have the weight and feel that a real steel trainer does. The guys did an excellent job on this trainer: it is a sold 1/4” thick!

This trainer is hand forged 5160 spring steel. It measures in at 6.5” from the end of the ring to the tip. The ring is 1” in diameter, which I feel is the perfect size.

The edges of the karambit are nicely softened.

This karambit would make a great impact tool as well: training karambits are actually excellent in this role. I carry a live one myself, but this trainer would be a very acceptable substitute where local law prevents the carrying of a live blade.

The inside of the ring is not finished as well as it should be, so spinning this karambit would be uncomfortable. This would be a relatively easy fix with sandpaper or a Dremel.

This is a solid trainer that is surprisingly light at only 5.5 oz. $55 including shipping.